Pork skins vs. Pupusas — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between pork skins and pupusas
- Pork skins are higher in selenium, choline, vitamin B2, and vitamin B12; however, pupusas are richer in vitamin B6, phosphorus, and fiber.
- Pork skins' daily need coverage for sodium is 61% higher.
- Pork skins have 4 times more choline than pupusas. While pork skins have 164.5mg of choline, pupusas have only 38.4mg.
- Pupusas have less sodium.
The food types used in this comparison are Snacks, pork skins, plain and Restaurant, Latino, pupusas del cerdo (pupusas, pork).
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more CopperCopper | +44.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +130.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +245.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +63.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +100.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +14.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +189.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +90.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -76.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +130.4% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +51.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +19.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +225.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +128.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +328.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +53.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +48.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
61.3 g
Fats:
31.3 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
1.8 g
Other:
5.6 g
Protein:
11.51 g
Fats:
10.43 g
Carbs:
23.02 g
Water:
53.12 g
Other:
1.92 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +432.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +200.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +191.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2851.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
11.37 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
14.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.64 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.166 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.964 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.205 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +272.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +65.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -72.2% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Protein | 61.3g | 11.51g | 100% |
| Sodium | 1818mg | 426mg | 61% |
| Selenium | 41µg | 17.8µg | 42% |
| Saturated fat | 11.37g | 3.166g | 37% |
| Fats | 31.3g | 10.43g | 32% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 14.78g | 3.964g | 27% |
| Choline | 164.5mg | 38.4mg | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 29mg | 22% |
| Calories | 544kcal | 232kcal | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.023mg | 0.23mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.64µg | 0.28µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.283mg | 0.087mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 85mg | 162mg | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.64g | 2.205g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.6g | 10% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 1.62mg | 10% |
| Carbs | 0g | 23.02g | 8% |
| Starch | 18.98g | 8% | |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 38mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.549mg | 2.373mg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 28IU | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.43mg | 0.64mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 127mg | 255mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.069mg | 0.159mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.7µg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.094mg | 0.065mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 49mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.88mg | 1.01mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.099mg | 0.083mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.53mg | 0.35mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.1µg | 1% |
| Folate | 0µg | 4µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 20.42g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 1.45g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 12µg | 10µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.083g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0.121mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.823mg | 0.46mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.382mg | 0.456mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 3.322mg | 0.976mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.783mg | 0.784mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.48mg | 0.268mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.94mg | 0.463mg | 0% |
| Valine | 2.421mg | 0.531mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.725mg | 0.354mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.087g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.045g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.95g | N/A |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pupusas is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 66mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pupusas contains less Sodium (difference - 1392mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pupusas is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.204g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pupusas is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pupusas is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pork skins is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.45g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.